How to Pick Up the Best Energy Efficient Vacuum Cleaner

Choosing the best energy-efficient vacuum cleaner for your needs is easier than you think.
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Traditional vacuums could be power-hungry beasts, but over recent years, manufacturers have

made great strides in increasing the energy efficiency of these handy home appliances.

Now, you can set to work sucking up dust and debris around your property without worrying

about how much it’ll add to your utility bills.

However,  given the level of choice on offer, it’s hard to know exactly which machine to go for.

With this in mind, here’s a brief guide to help you hone in on the perfect product for you.

“With more energy-efficient

vacuum cleaners available,

you can clean up dust and

debris without worrying 

about how much it’ll add

to your utility bills.”

Decide On a Style

You can buy efficient appliances in a range of different styles and designs
to meet your needs.
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Before you start focusing on energy use stats, decide on the style of vacuum you’d like.

You can buy efficient appliances in a range of different designs, including versions with bags

and without.

Bear in mind that while bagless vacuums can be cheaper to run, bagged machines tend to have

higher capacities and they’re more hygienic to empty.

You’ll need to choose between an upright or cylinder style too.

Uprights are heavier and have a smaller reach than cylinders, but they have greater capacities

and are better at picking up hair.

You can choose between an upright or cylinder style–or a bagged
or bagless vacuum.
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Cylinders on the other hand have better maneuverability and are effective at sucking up dust right

next to skirting boards.

Crucially though, cylinder vacuum cleaners often have large motors, which can mean they’re not as

energy efficient.

“Check the energy efficiency

rating and energy consumption

to see how eco-friendly

 they are to run.”

Read the Energy Use Specs

To get the lowdown on energy usage, you’ll need to read the specifications provided by the

manufacturer.

Look out for the energy efficiency rating and energy consumption to see how eco-friendly

they are to run.

Consider the Other Features

Consider all of the features and check that the appliance comes with all the attachments you need.
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Before you commit to buying a particular model, be sure to check out the other features too.

For instance, examine the dust re-emission.

This grade shows how clean the exhaust air is, and it’s especially important if you or someone in

your household has allergies.

Consider noise levels as well, and make sure that the appliance comes with all the attachments

you need.

This could include furniture brushes, upholstery nozzles and more.

You’ll find an energy efficient vacuum that meets your needs by keeping these key points in mind.
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As long as you consider all these points when you’re searching for an energy efficient vacuum,

you should succeed in finding one that fits the bill.

Have you chosen or plan to choose an energy-efficient vacuum cleaner?

Which characteristics are most important for you?

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